$949.99 HP ENVY 15 with Core i5 and 1080P

I don't see why not. With similar configs, the ASUS has a slightly better GPU in a larger, heavier (and uglier) form factor for $80 more.

Even if your priorities are different, it's not a wash either way.

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	[B]Envy 15		G51JX-X3[/B]
CPU	i5-430M		i5-430M
RAM	4GB DDR3	4GB DDR3	
GPU	HD 5830		GTS 360M
Drives	500GB 7.2k	500GB 7.2k	
Screen	1920x1080	1920x1080	
Weight	5.17		7.26
Price	$999.99		$1,078.74

 

yeah but the asus has a drive and the gpu has gddr5 over gddr3 which is a huge difference. Also asus has better warranty but the envy is pretty er

 

Gra 360m even with ddr5 does not outperform 5830.

 

warranty wise isn't asus better

 

WOOT, coupon works again. For a while for me the coupon would not work no matter the configuration. But I just tried it and it works no problem.

 

Did you get your ENVY and make other people envious?

 

question anyone know isn't the i5 just a duel core so shouldn't i get the i7

 

Yes, Core i5 is a dual core with 4 threads (2 cores + 2 threads from HT)

 

to get i7 then or not

 

Unless you need more than 4gb ram i7 is overpriced. Since that model has 4 slots for ram it is cheaper to increase theram from 4 to 8. I5 has better battery life, less heat and just a little less power.

 

I don't see anyone mentioning it, but it seems it could stack with Bing 5% cashback. They'll apply cashback to your final price but still its like $50.

 

Why do they have different option on ATi 5830 choices according to the processor that you choose? example: ATi 5830 for i5 and Ati 5830 for i7 ? Is either of the cards different or the same?

 

same card but the motherboards are different as far as I know. I don't know why they are seperating them in the purchase screen.

 

Thanks Alitunay. maybe different GDDR video memory ? lol....

I ordered the i7 anyway.

 

The coupon will kill the Bing. It no longer flies these days.

 

Not saying I need USB3 just thought I'd mention it to potential buyers in case they're looking for it. In fact I'm going for a cheaper Acer model to save some $$. If I'm reading the HP site correctly only the Core i7 Envy 15 units come with USB 3.0.

I heard HP coupon + Bing = not compatible, the Bing will get cancelled since HP seems to be on top of making sure Bing Cashback doesn't stack with their coupons. I could be wrong though.

 

Instead of using bing and taking the chance that it would get be refused... I just used my discovercard for 5% cashback

 

use ebates or mrrebates+credit card cashback+coupon

 

Can also use an Amex and get an extra year tacked onto the warranty automatically.

 

I am cancelling my order there are just to many heat issues I am reading about.

 

If you had an i5 model in the pipe that would be silly. There are no heat issues with the i5's.

 

I have a i5 on order but everyone is saying envys are crap so might get a sony or asus

 

who is every one? There are 3-4 dashers here who says "bad" to any post that contains HP in it. Look at the post from reputable users. With Envy second gen there are two issues I found. One is the no backlit keyboard and the second is the screen oes not tilt more than 110 degrees.

That is about it.

 

hmm maybe I will keep it and give it a try when it gets here first, then if I don't like it go asus, I still wish it game with a better gpu though

 

envy is crap? then SONY's E or CW s are pieces of junks, asus? oh , no , they are plastic toys

 

Do the i7s have heat issues?

 

from what I'm reading, yes.

 

I think you'll be surprised. The 5830 is a pretty dang fast card, and almost everyone can get a 25% or higher overclock on the GPU memory, which is what hamstrings the 5830. Memory overclocked and a bit of a core boost and people will turn 10000 in 3DMark06, up from just around 8000 stock, which is still amazing in a 5lb machine. If you want a faster 15", go get an MSI GX640 or something that's more gaming-centric. The Envy is not a gamer machine... it's a slickly designed, attractive portable powerhouse that just happens to be pretty good at running games.

 

Do you wish you went with the glossy screen?

Do the USB ports on the right side annoy you?

Will I feel dumb getting i5 when I'll be missing out on USB 3.0?

 

Congratulations! My ideal setup would be one of these for portable and a smokin' i7 desktop for at home.

 

Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-520M Dual Core processor (2.40GHz, 3MB L2 Cache) with Turbo Boost up to 2.93GHz
4GB DDR3 System Memory (2 Dimm)
320GB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive with HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
1GB ATI Mobility Radeon(TM) HD 5830 Graphics - For i5 and i7-620M Processors
15.6" diagonal High Definition LED HP Brightview Widescreen Display (1366x768)
Webcam Only
Intel Wireless-N Card with Bluetooth
HP QuickWeb, Corel VideoStudio Pro X2, Corel Paintshop Pro X2, Stardock My Colors
HP Color Matching Keyboard
6 Cell Lithium Ion Polymer Battery
No Productivity Software
HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope

plus

1-year HP Care Pack House Call Service with Accidental Damage Protection for HP HDX, HP TouchSmart, or HP ENVY Laptop PC

for $1,205.72
with shipping and tax after coupon

Good deal or not?

 

If you need a laptop (which in definition portable computer) that can do many things like a desktop, this is it. I don't consider anything above 7lbs portable. Well then there is m17x which is a portable desktop.

 

is it worth the $75 to get another battery?

 

If you are mobile most of the time, you should get it.

 

It still works!

 

so tempting. so...tempting.

 

I would trade the cpu for the 1080p

 

Agreed. the differences between the 430 and 520 are minimal at best.

 

just pull the trigger. You know you want to.

 

I just picked up a DM3 with specs 13.3" , L335 Proc , 4GB DDR2 , 320GB HD , HD 3200 , for $404.00 - $50.00 mail-in Rebate = $354.00 at my local Office Depot. Right now, it's killing the Adamo which I am returning tommorow. I can't wait to till I get the Envy i7 15".

 

but I want 17".

when is the fking Envy 17 coming? GRRRR.

 

nice pickup on the DM3.

 

It works for me


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Wait until it's in-hand before saying that. I got that email as well on my Envy15 order, but log in into your Bing account and it should report as Pending, right up until it's canceled.

 

Nothing ventured nothing gained my friend. Do it!

21 day return policy!!!

 

From my past experiences with bing, if it's not compatible, no notify emails would even be sent out. Is yours got canceled already or still pending?

 

Pending. I'd be thrilled if it went through, I'm just not optimistic. I ordered my warranty the next day so at least I'll get $10 back though.

 

no, bing send the email out even if it will be canceled. they will keep you hoping for about 45 days and then they will cancel the cashback. That is why I put the other cashback options out there.

 

I recently used bing with dell biz/home outlet + coupon and of cause it would not work at all. I've never received any notice from the get-go. On the other hand, my ebay/bing cashback was good and got the money back after about 60 days. We will see how this one turns out.

 

very exciting deal. would definitely buy this model if i were buying at this time